12/20/2017 C13 Industrial Engine RRA00001-UP(SEBP4130 - 66) - Systems & Components

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Product: INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
Model: C13 INDUSTRIAL ENGINE RRA01544
Configuration: C13 Industrial Engine RRA00001-UP

Operation and Maintenance Manual

C11 and C13 Industrial Engines
Media Number -SEBU7901-06 Publication Date -01.03.2014 Date Updated -02.08.2017

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Gauges and Indicators

SMCS - 7450

Your engine may not have the same gauges or all of the gauges that are described. For more information about
the gauge package, see the literature that is provided by the OEM.

Gauges provide indications of engine performance. Ensure that the gauges are in good working order. Determine
the normal operating range by observing the gauges over a period of time.

Noticeable changes in gauge readings indicate potential gauge or engine problems. Problems may also be
indicated by gauge readings that change even if the readings are within specifications. Determine the cause of
any significant change in the readings. Then, correct any cause of any significant change in the readings. Consult
your Caterpillar dealer for assistance.

Caterpillar requires one lamp in addition to the gauge package that is normally provided. The "Diagnostic" lamp
is yellow or amber. The "Diagnostic" lamp will communicate the status of the engine's electronic system. The
optional red "Warning" lamp is also available. This red "Warning" lamp warns the operator of engine problems.

The following conditions are some examples of the engine problems:

Low oil pressure

High coolant temperature

Low coolant level

High inlet air temperature

Engine Oil Pressure - Typical oil

pressure for an engine at rated speed
with SAE 10W30 or with SAE
15W40 is 240 to 480 kPa
(35 to 70 psi).

A lower oil pressure is normal at low idle. If the load is stable and the gauge reading changes, perform the
following procedure:
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1. Remove the load.

2. Reduce engine speed to low idle.

3. Check the oil level. Maintain the oil level at the proper amount.

If the gauge continues to fluctuate, consult your Caterpillar dealer.

The diagnostic lamp will turn on if the oil pressure drops below 35 kPa (5 psi) at low idle rpm. The diagnostic
code will be logged in the Engine Control Module (ECM).

Engine Oil Temperature - This gauge

indicates the engine oil temperature. An oil
temperature that is higher than normal
indicates a heat problem in the lubrication
system and/or the cooling system. This
problem can damage the cylinder heads, the
cylinder liners, the pistons, and the crankshaft
bearings.

Jacket Water Coolant Temperature -

Typical temperature range is 88 to 102 °C
(190 to 215 °F). The maximum allowable
temperature with the pressurized cooling
system is 105 °C (220 °F). Higher
temperatures may occur under certain
conditions. The water temperature reading
may vary according to load. The reading
should never exceed the boiling point for the
pressurized system that is being used.

If the engine is operating above the normal range or steam becomes apparent, perform the following procedure:

1. Reduce the load and the engine rpm.

2. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

3. Determine if the engine must be shut down immediately or if the engine can be cooled by reducing the
load.

Pressurized System: Hot coolant can cause serious burns. To open the
cooling system filler cap, stop the engine and wait until the cooling
system components are cool. Loosen the cooling system pressure cap
slowly in order to relieve the pressure.

4. Check the coolant level.

Tachometer - This gauge indicates engine

speed. When the throttle control lever is
moved to the full throttle position without
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load, the engine is running at high idle. The

engine is running at the full load rpm when
the throttle control lever is at the full throttle
position with maximum rated load.

Note: The default high idle rpm and the full load rpm are stamped on the Information Plate.

Ammeter - This gauge indicates the amount

of charge or of discharge in the battery
charging circuit. Operation of the indicator
should be to the right side of "0"(zero).

Service Hour Meter - This gauge

indicates the total number of clock
hours of engine operation. Hours of
operation are logged in the ECM. A
service tool is needed to retrieve the
hours from the ECM. A Service
Hour Meter may be installed on the
engine.

Fuel Pressure - This gauge indicates fuel

pressure to the electronic unit injectors from
the fuel filter. The indicator should indicate
the "NORMAL" range. A decrease in fuel
pressure usually indicates a plugged fuel
filter.

Fuel Level - This gauge indicates the level of

fuel in the fuel tank. The fuel level gauge
registers the fuel level only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.

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